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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 11-09-2021, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,139
Posted By emptypockets
Yep, I found my 2017 hawk to be extremely...

Yep, I found my 2017 hawk to be extremely frustrating until I got the mods done and the bugs worked out. It was/is my first motorcycle. I built it from a crate. I also had some wires melt together...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 11-09-2021, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By emptypockets
Wow, thanks Jerry!! This is really very...

Wow, thanks Jerry!!

This is really very helpful and great stuff. Thanks for the link to the service manual. I'm saving that for sure.
...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 11-09-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By emptypockets
I guess I'm just not sure what part I need or the...

I guess I'm just not sure what part I need or the parts interchange. Is this an exact clone? Do I use a honda part from an XR 200? I didn't have any luck on aliexpress trying to find one. I also...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 11-08-2021, 03:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By emptypockets
Any additional info on replacing the shifter...

Any additional info on replacing the shifter shaft: Parts, procedure, etc.? I've recently crashed my hawk and snapped the shifter shaft in half.

At first, I was just really glad I walked away...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 08-15-2020, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,175
Posted By emptypockets
My 2017 hawk did this when it was new, neutral...

My 2017 hawk did this when it was new, neutral was either impossible to find or it would randomly pop back into neutral from 2nd. I haven't noticed it do this in a few years, now that it has a few...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 08-02-2020, 10:48 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,094
Posted By emptypockets
I had several people stop and offer help when...

I had several people stop and offer help when they saw my Chinese death trap, it's kinda embarrassing.

They say, "What is that thing?"
And I say, "Chinese death trap."
And they say, "Do you need...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 08-02-2020, 09:22 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,094
Posted By emptypockets
I had a great time this weekend riding my death...

I had a great time this weekend riding my death trap around my home area, Rampart Range. I rode about 40 miles on the ATV tracks, steep rocky hills and valleys, and it ran splendidly. Over 6,000...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 08-02-2020, 12:26 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,094
Posted By emptypockets
I wouldn't recommend a Chinese crate motorcycle...

I wouldn't recommend a Chinese crate motorcycle to anyone who isn't a reasonably skilled mechanic, most people will be better off spending the same $2k on a used bike from criagslist. You really...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 07-04-2020, 09:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,668
Posted By emptypockets
You need to drift the races out of the hub. ...

You need to drift the races out of the hub. There should be a number etched in one side of the metal. It's usually on one side of the inner race. It'll be small and hard to see.

22055
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 07-03-2020, 09:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,668
Posted By emptypockets
https://www.ebay.com/itm/6302-2RS-C3-Premium-Rubbe...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/6302-2RS-C3-Premium-Rubber-Sealed-Ball-Bearing-15x42x13-6302RS-2-QTY/302665290333

I bought some of these "premium" bearings, but I haven't put them on yet.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 06-26-2020, 03:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,353
Posted By emptypockets
If you find a USFS spark arrestor that works,...

If you find a USFS spark arrestor that works, please post the results. I've been hassled a few times now by the park rangers in the OHV area parking lots. They always "let me off with a warning...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 06-26-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,362
Posted By emptypockets
I ordered one set of spokes listed on ebay and...

I ordered one set of spokes listed on ebay and linked on one of these forums and the spokes were thinner and the nipples were smaller. The aliexpress spokes were exactly right.

I know these...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 06-25-2020, 12:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,362
Posted By emptypockets
In the picture, they look fine. If they stick...

In the picture, they look fine. If they stick out too far, it'll puncture your rim strip and inner tube. Those look flush to me.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 06-25-2020, 12:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,362
Posted By emptypockets
I think I ordered the ones Jerry Hawk linked to...

I think I ordered the ones Jerry Hawk linked to from aliexpress. It took a few weeks, but wasn't a terrible wait.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 06-24-2020, 11:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,362
Posted By emptypockets
Thumbs Up You're right, some of those were definitely my...

You're right, some of those were definitely my fault for not tightening them regularly. I ride a lot of rocky trails and had a few break after some good weird wacks on rocks too. I think I've...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 06-18-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,362
Posted By emptypockets
I've replaced about 15 spokes on my rear wheel...

I've replaced about 15 spokes on my rear wheel over the last few years. I've been keeping my spokes on the tighter side lately, about 5 foot pounds, and I check them every few rides. That seems to...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-27-2020, 01:10 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
The state opened dispersed camping and the nearby...

The state opened dispersed camping and the nearby OHV areas, so I got to do some camping and riding and test the swing arm out over the weekend.

I'm really pleased with this part. It definitely...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-20-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
That would be ideal, but I'll probably screw up...

That would be ideal, but I'll probably screw up the drilling and tapping part.



I'm going to give it a try. I think a softer ride might be beneficial. I mostly enduro ride on rocky jeep...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-19-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
The shock is indeed a hard size to find. I've...

The shock is indeed a hard size to find. I've found this shock:...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-19-2020, 02:26 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
Would you drill a hole through the outer tube,...

Would you drill a hole through the outer tube, the rubber, and the inner sleeve to install the zerk?

If I had a bolt the same size, I could tap it through with more grease and tap it back out to...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-19-2020, 10:16 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
I could use a new shock, I thought you posted a...

I could use a new shock, I thought you posted a link to one you got, but now I can't find it. Now that you have it, do you still like that shock? If so, can you re-post the link?

I don't know...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-18-2020, 11:42 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
Thumbs Up I received my rear swing arm kit from Peace,...

I received my rear swing arm kit from Peace, nicely packaged, all the parts I needed, and arrived quickly, so that was fantastic!

The swing arm basically bolts right on and looks nice.

One...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 05-01-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
Has anyone tried the luggage rack on a Hawk and...

Has anyone tried the luggage rack on a Hawk and does it fit?
https://shop.brozz250.com/eshopprod_cat_5820469-5934764_product_8533858.Rear_Luggage_Rack.htm
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 04-30-2020, 09:58 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 19,912
Posted By emptypockets
I just ordered one of these kits for my 2017...

I just ordered one of these kits for my 2017 Hawk. Yes, the adjusters on the Hawk are annoying and the stock swing arm feels kinda low quality the way the arms bend in when you tighten the axle. ...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 10-30-2019, 10:25 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,733
Posted By emptypockets
I might try it, if I can get a little more power,...

I might try it, if I can get a little more power, it could be worth it.
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